The Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins Hollowbody Electric Guitar is a brilliant tribute to the legendary musician, Chet Atkins. This guitar captures the essence of the classic 1959 model with a touch of modern craftsmanship. The hollowbody design, constructed from a 3-ply laminated maple body, offers a bright, lively tone that's perfect for rock, blues, country, and more.

The TV Jones Classic pickups provide a vintage and open sound, which can be fine-tuned using the two volume controls and one master tone control. This gives the player excellent sonic flexibility, allowing you to create the perfect balance between warmth, bite, and brilliance.

The comfortable Vintage V-shaped maple neck with an ebony fingerboard and Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays ensures a smooth playing experience. A Bigsby tailpiece adds a retro touch, offering effortless vibrato action and keeping your intonation impeccable.

Built to period-correct specs, this guitar is a must-have for any guitar aficionado. It's not just a guitar, it’s a piece of music history brought back to life with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Key Features:

• Period-correct version of Chet Atkins's hollowbody electric guitar
• 3-ply laminated maple body delivers a lively, open tone
• TV Jones Classic pickups yield vintage character
• Vintage V-shaped maple neck with an ebony fingerboard
• Two volume controls and one tone control for exceptional sonic flexibility
• Bigsby tailpiece provides smooth vibrato action
• Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays
• Includes a fitted case for transport and storage.

Product specs

FAQs

What are the tonal characteristics of the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins Hollowbody Electric Guitar?

The Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins is known for its rich, warm tones with a pronounced midrange, thanks to its hollow body and High Sensitive Filter'Tron pickups, making it ideal for rockabilly, jazz, and country styles.

Is the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins suitable for beginners?

While the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins offers professional-quality features, its playability and iconic sound can appeal to both advanced players and dedicated beginners who are comfortable with a larger hollow body guitar.

What is the neck profile of the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins?

The Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins features a comfortable rock maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard, offering a smooth playing experience with a medium neck profile suitable for various playing styles.

Does the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins come with a Bigsby tremolo?

Yes, the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins is equipped with a Bigsby B6G vibrato tailpiece, allowing for smooth pitch modulation and adding to its classic rockabilly and country sound.

How does the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins handle feedback?

The hollow body design of the Gretsch G6120 Chet Atkins can be prone to feedback at high volumes, but careful amp settings and positioning can help manage this in live performance settings.